Punjab

Mann govt releases ₹2,150.73 crore under social security schemes, fulfilling commitment to Punjab’s most vulnerable sections

Reaffirming the Punjab government's unwavering commitment to the welfare of economically and socially vulnerable sections, Social Security, Women and Child Development Minister Dr Baljit Kaur said that the state government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, released ₹2,150.73 crore under various Social Security Schemes during the current financial year up to June 2026.

India

Eight players from Punjab named in Indian squad for FIH Hockey World Cup 2026

Eight hockey stars from Punjab have earned their spots in the Indian men's national team for the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026, scheduled to take place jointly across the Netherlands and Belgium between August 15 and 30.

Haryana blocks Punjab farmers’ Delhi march over proposed US trade deal; BJP says no agreement yet

Farmers began assembling early in the day at the Shambhu border on the Patiala-Ambala route and the Khanauri border connecting Sangrur and Jind, with plans to proceed to Delhi's Kisan Ghat.

Punjab CM urges nationwide support against E20 petrol, calls for consumer choice and lower prices

Raising his voice against the problems allegedly caused by E20 petrol, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Thursday called upon people to unite and fight against what he described as an injustice being inflicted on consumers through its sale.

Punjab farmer groups intensify protests against PM Modi’s visit, oppose India-US trade deal and MSP policy

Farmer organisations staged protests across Punjab during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit, demanding a legal guarantee for MSP, opposing the proposed India-US trade agreement and criticising both the Centre's farm policies and the state's land pooling initiative.

Punjab Ministers to stay in border areas as a confidence building measure

In view of heightened tensions between India and Pakistan, the Punjab Government has decided to depute 10 Cabinet Ministers to the border areas as a confidence-building measure.

By Statesman News Service

09 May, 2025 8 mins read

India’s layered air defence shines in Operation Sindoor

The counter strikes carried out by India against Pakistan on the second day of ongoing Operation Sindoor, showcased not only its resolution to eliminate the terror threats, but also the air might it holds in the form of air defence ecosystem.

By SNS

09 May, 2025 8 mins read

Punjab shuts all educational institutes, cancels exams

Amid heightened tension, Punjab, which shares a 532-km border with Pakistan, has ordered closure of all educational institutes and cancelled exams.

By IANS

09 May, 2025 8 mins read

Pakistan’s F-16 and 2 JF-17 jets shot down by India

Amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, India has shot down Pakistan Air Force's F-16 as well as two JF-17 aircraft after Pakistan tried to attack multiple locations in Jammu and Punjab, government sources said.

By IANS

09 May, 2025 8 mins read

CM accuses Centre, BBMB of trying to steal Punjab water

Leading from the front, the chief minister personally staged a sit-in at Nangal to ensure that the BBMB Chairman doesn’t divert the waters of the state to Haryana. He said that if Punjabis can protect the borders of the state, they are capable enough to save it water too.

By Statesman News Service

08 May, 2025 8 mins read

Punjab

Mann govt releases ₹2,150.73 crore under social security schemes, fulfilling commitment to Punjab’s most vulnerable sections

Eight players from Punjab named in Indian squad for FIH Hockey World Cup 2026

Haryana blocks Punjab farmers’ Delhi march over proposed US trade deal; BJP says no agreement yet

Punjab CM urges nationwide support against E20 petrol, calls for consumer choice and lower prices

Punjab farmer groups intensify protests against PM Modi’s visit, oppose India-US trade deal and MSP policy

Punjab Ministers to stay in border areas as a confidence building measure

India’s layered air defence shines in Operation Sindoor

Punjab shuts all educational institutes, cancels exams

Pakistan’s F-16 and 2 JF-17 jets shot down by India

CM accuses Centre, BBMB of trying to steal Punjab water

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